"God increases, or God will add | Formal: God will increase and give"
From Modern American
The name Yussuf appears to be a modern or stylistically adapted given name that may draw influence from multiple linguistic or cultural traditions. Read more about the origin of this name below ↓
MeaningGod increases, or God will add | Formal: God will increase and give
OriginModern American
GenderMale
Syllables4
NumerologyLife Path 3
US Rank (today)#7771
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Origin & history of Yussuf
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Modern American roots
The name Yussuf appears to be a modern or stylistically adapted given name that may draw influence from multiple linguistic or cultural traditions. In cases where a fully documented historical origin is limited or uncertain, the meaning is most responsibly connected to related root names or similar phonetic forms rather than assigning a definitive ancient etymology.
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Root name
The root form of Yussuf is
Yussuf — meaning God increases, or God will add | Formal: God will increase and give.
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Modern usage
Yussuf remains a beloved choice. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
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How popular is Yussuf?
2010peak year
Yussuf has settled into a steady rhythm — neither rising sharply nor fading, holding a consistent place in U.S. birth records. It currently ranks well outside the top 1,000 (around #7771), with about 11 babies named Yussuf each year. In 2010, 20 babies received the name (ranked #4844). Total registrations across all years since 1880: roughly 224.
Year-by-year registrations1880–2024 · U.S. Social Security data
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